Hi Everyone, I'm Mark. I've owned (2) CD Typhoons, a CD Typhoon Sr., a C&C 25, a Pearson 26, Hunter 27, and a Seafarer 38. I lived aboard the Hunter 27 and also the Seafarer 38. Have also sailed Windsurfers, Hobie Cats, Dinks, Canoes. Currently on early retirement and boatless. Actually, still have the old family canoe at my brother's farm in Michigan. I live in Galveston, Tx. I'm looking to get backing sailing with a trailerable boat and am currently considering the M15, M17, the Balboa 20, and possible a Typhoon again. I love small boats and really enjoyed my Tyhoons. Their great sailing boats. I was first introduced to the M17 when I had my first Ty. We were both berthed at a small marina on Galveston Bay. The M17 and my Ty were the only small boats that would leave the marina at anything above 20+. I was surprised at the time that the M17 could sail with me in the heavy winds. That was before I knew about her designer, Lyle Hess. Once I learned about her construction and heritage, I have always wanted to sail one and now it seems like it would be the perfect boat for me. But I must admit the Ty tugs at my heart---I love her big boat feel, but your pay for that with a bigger tow vehicle and more challenging launches. Just thought I'd say hi. Looking forward to doing some more research on both the M15 and M17. Right now, I want to find out theactual interior dimensions of both cockpits---wondering about cockpit tent for sleeping and what the bed size would be. I've shrunk to about 5' 7 1/2" over the years. Happy Thanksgiving to all, Mark --------------------------------- Be a better sports nut! Let your teams follow you with Yahoo Mobile. Try it now.